Safe Pilates and Yoga for Bone Health
Yoga and Pilates can offer many benefits to your health and well-being. However, people with osteoporosis should be aware of important safety considerations and modifications when doing these forms of exercise. During this educational webinar, Pilates expert Sherri Betz, PT, GCS, CEEAA, PMA(R) Certified Pilates Teacher, and Yoga expert Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD, RYT will discuss how individuals at increased risk of breaking a bone can safely participate in Pilates and Yoga Classes.
Who Should Attend:
Who Should Attend:
- Individuals with osteoporosis and those at increased risk of breaking a bone
- Individuals who have an interest in exercise and bone health
- Pilates and Yoga instructors as well as other exercise professionals interested in bone health
Seminar Date:
October 20, 2011
- Increase basic understanding of the potential benefits offered by Pilates and Yoga exercises
- Learn about certain movements in Pilates and Yoga that individuals with osteoporosis and those at increased risk of breaking a bone may need to avoid to protect bones
- Learn modifications that can be performed to make certain movements in Pilates and Yoga safer for individuals with osteoporosis and those at risk of breaking a bone